Keto Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies 🍪 (Low-Carb & Buttery!)
These Keto Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies are soft, buttery, and nutty, making them a perfect low-carb treat! With just 3g total carbs per cookie, they’re a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track with your keto lifestyle.
Ingredients (Makes 24 Cookies)
For the Cookies:
✅ 4 oz cream cheese, softened
✅ 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
✅ 1/2 cup granulated erythritol (or preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
✅ 1 large egg
✅ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✅ 2 cups almond flour
✅ 1/2 cup chopped pecans
✅ 1/2 tsp baking powder
✅ A pinch of salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add the sweetener and egg and mix until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Add Dry Ingredients:
- Mix in the almond flour, chopped pecans, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
4️⃣ Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and use a fork to gently flatten, creating a crisscross pattern.
5️⃣ Bake:
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies turn golden brown around the edges.
6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie, Makes 24)
- Calories: 100
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Total Carbs: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Sugar: 0g
Tips & Variations:
✔️ Extra Crunch? Add more chopped pecans or even sugar-free chocolate chips.
✔️ Sweeter Option? Use a mix of erythritol + monk fruit sweetener for a better texture.
✔️ Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
These Keto Pecan Cookies are soft, nutty, and packed with buttery flavor, making them a delicious keto-friendly dessert or snack! 🍪💛
